Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Sport
 University of Southern Indiana | |
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 United States, Indiana, Evansville | |
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 Sep 29, 2025 | |
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Title:Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Sport Division: Provost's Office Department: Pott College of Science, Engineering, & Education FLSA Status:Exempt Salary Range:Annual Salary EEO Job Group:2 C5 Position Summary The Kinesiology and Sport Department, in the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education at the University of Southern Indiana, invites applications for a 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Sport position beginning Fall 2026. Duties/Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses, advising students, providing academic service to the department, college, university, community, and profession, and engaging in scholarly activities. The Exercise Science Program is CAAHEP-CoAES accredited. Required Knowledge and Skills A Doctorate in Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology is required. ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor if the terminal degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027. About the College The University of Southern Indiana is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional activity, and service to the university and the community. Our campus is in the rolling hills of the southwestern Ohio River valley on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana. We offer employees exceptional benefits, including:
For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits. About the Department The Kinesiology and Sport department is housed in the Screaming Eagles Complex which includes the Human Performance Lab, Instructional Performance Center, Biomechanics Lab, and Faculty Research Lab. Additionally, the over 5000 sq ft space includes a DEXA machine, Bod Pod, Alter G Anti-gravity treadmill, Anatomage table, metabolic cart, wireless EMGs, 2D & 3D motion capture cameras, force plates, and a fully equipped teaching weight room. Learn more about us at: https://www.usi.edu/science/kinesiology-and-sport Application Process
Click "Apply Now!" near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Search Committee Chair: If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Alyssa Weatherholt, search committee chair, at aweatherho@usi.edu. Best Consideration Date: For best consideration, please submit materials by October 30, 2025. Pre-Employment Screening A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities | |